Job Description

Job Description

About Envision AESC US LLC

Envision AESC is a world-leading battery technology company headquartered in Japan and committed to research, development, design, manufacture and sales of high-power batteries for EVs and energy storage batteries. Envision AESC has 4,000 employees and 10 production plants in Japan, the U.S., the U.K., China and France. For the past 12 years, Envision AESC has produced high-performance, extended range batteries for more than 650,000 electric vehicles in 44 countries, achieving a record of “zero critical battery malfunction.” In June 2021, Envision AESC was again named on the “Global Tier 1 Battery Companies” list by Benchmark, a leading U.K.-based lithium-ion battery supply chain research organization.

Envision AESC invests heavily in next-generation technology to drive innovation and works with its strategic partners to continually push the boundaries of performance, safety and efficiency. Its teams work with strategic partners to continuously improve the company’s global leadership in product development, quality, and sustainable processes. Find out more at envision-aesc.com/us.

Envision AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, UK and the U.S. We are currently seeking candidates to fill a Supply Chain Analyst role to support our Smyrna, TN plant.

Job Title: Analyst Supply Chain

Job Summary

The Supply Chain Analyst will be responsible for approving invoices by validating all charges from vendors, optimize and create logistics routes & pricing by continually reviewing established routes and delivery performance, establish comprehensive budgets taking all aspects of the business into consideration, track & development KPIs to ensure optimal business performance. This role will be involved in improving processes and procedures in all Supply Chain Management disciplines (production planning, production control, inventory control, inbound & outbound logistics, material procurement, etc.)

This role will perform root cause analysis and provides countermeasures for continuous improvement, lead projects from start to finish as assigned, and contribute to building brand value and achieving enduring profitable growth.

Job Functions

The following job function statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The job function statements reflect expectations of the fully trained, proficient incumbent who meets all performance criteria.

• Management of critical material supplier production capacity, forecasting, ordering, inventory control
• Validate all SCM invoice charges and send to management for approval
• Establish, track and maintain financial budgets
• Implement improvements in processes, business relationships, etc. to reduce costs and improve competitive advantages
• Design and implement methods to gather and manage supply chain data.
• Review and analyze gathered data to locate was areas in the supply chain process and develop methods to improve.
• Research partner companies and seek to negotiate best-price contracts to increase business revenue.
• Plan and implement supply chain optimization projects.
• Oversight of FTZ (Foreign Trade Zone) compliance and daily reporting to ensure compliance
• Maintain a friendly and professional relationship with vendors while promoting company initiatives and values.
• Assist in promoting a positive image and inter-business relationship with business partners and vendors.
• Seek to improve all aspects of the supply chain department by reviewing current methodology and processes

Minimum Qualifications

Job Knowledge and Skill:

• Knowledge of inventory control processes and procedures.
• Understanding of statistical analysis, parts forecasting methodologies, and associated system software.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic understanding of principles, concepts, practices and standards related to supply and logistics system information management.
• Experience analyzing and improving supply chain data, information and processes
• Supply Chain Management certification is not necessary though strongly preferred
• High-level understanding of all aspects of supply chain processes
• Previous experience with supply chain processes strongly preferred
• Experience working in and maintaining databases using Microsoft Excel and others relevant to company processes
• Professional communication skills are essential when conversing and negotiating with vendors
• Exceptional ability to conceptualize large-picture projects and foresee challenge and needs to be addressed
• Ability to research companies and determine the best vendors to reach out to for various projects
• Experience working to improve all aspects of the supply chain by streamlining steps and locating the best prices for inventory

Experience:

• Minimum of five years of related experience in a professional business atmosphere or equivalent degree.
• FTZ compliance/management experience preferred, but not required.

Supervisory Experience:

• Some experience managing others preferred but not required.
• Typically obtained by at least 4 years of increasingly responsible administrative experience within a large-scale supply or logistics management organization.

Education:

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration or related degree is preferred as well as supply management certification and automotive industry experience

Computer Skills and Required Software Experience:

• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP or similar ERP

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described below are representative of those an employee must normally meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to remain in stationary position 75% of the time.
• Ability to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Ability to constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Ability to lift, push and/or pull up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to bend, lift and/ or twist.

Travel:

• Occasional day or overnight travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All of us at Envision AESC – regardless of functional area or expertise – share a passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products. It is our policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our batteries, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.

For more information, visit http://www.envision-aesc.com

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